About Us
Professional Media Digitization with a Personal Touch
As seasoned producers and owners of A440 Studios since 1996, we bring decades of experience in legacy recording formats to Family Media Transfer—our family-owned digitization service. From cherished home videos to professional broadcast formats, we specialize in high-quality transfers with a focus on fast turnaround and exceptional customer service. When you work with us, your memories are treated with the same care and attention we would give our own.
Personal Media Digitization Services
We digitize a wide range of legacy consumer formats, ensuring your memories are preserved and ready to share for generations. Whether it’s old family vacations, childhood milestones, or special events, we’re here to help bring those moments into the digital age.
We work with:
- VHS
- MiniDV
- 8mm videotape
- 8mm and 16mm film
- Photos and slides
-DVDs
- Audio cassettes
- DAT (Digital Audio Tape)
- ADAT
- 1/4-inch 2-track analog audio tape
Each item is handled with meticulous care by our expert technicians and producers, ensuring a transfer that maintains both quality and authenticity. Unlike large corporate labs, we don’t batch process—every job is treated as a one-of-a-kind project.
Professional Format Transfers
For clients with broadcast or studio-grade material, we offer specialized transfer services for rare and professional formats. These formats require highly specialized equipment and technical expertise, and we are proud to be one of the only services in the country that offers them.
We support:
- Betacam (SP, SX, Digital)
- DVCPro
- U-matic
- 2-inch 24-track analog audio tape
Whether you’re an archivist, filmmaker, production house, or audio engineer, we provide industry-level transfers that retain every ounce of detail. Your legacy recordings deserve more than basic treatment—they deserve professional-grade preservation.
Based in Minneapolis, Serving Nationwide
At Family Media Transfer, we combine technical expertise with personalized service. Whether you're looking to digitize home movies or rare studio recordings, we're here to help you preserve and protect what matters most.
Reach out to us today and let’s talk about how we can bring your past into the future.
Co-Founder
John Heinen
Founder of A440 Studios in 1996, John is a producer, engineer, artist, and musician with decades in the music industry. He has worked with countless local and regional artists in Minnesota, as well as major acts like Neil Young, Bonnie Raitt, and Shinedown. Partnering with editor and director Nick Nichols, he has contributed to thousands of hours of high-quality video content, including films, live promotional music videos, and concept videos. Beyond his technical expertise, he thrives on building meaningful connections with clients, always driven by a passion for helping others.
Co-Founder
Nick Nichols
Nick Nichols is a veteran producer and director with over 20 years in audio and video production. As co-founder of A440 Studios, he has worked with artists like Bob Dylan and Alicia Keys, specializing in live music video production, multi-camera shoots, and expert audio mixing. Skilled in Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, and DaVinci Resolve, he has earned industry recognition, including the "Video of the Year Award." Based in Minneapolis since 1997, Nick continues to create high-quality, engaging multimedia content.
Co-Founder
Dag Heinen
Dag Heinen grew up immersed in the music industry, spending his early years in a studio where he developed a deep appreciation for creativity and technology. Working in music production from a young age, he gained hands-on experience in audio engineering and live production. Later, he pursued his passion for technology by earning a degree in Computer Science. Since then, Dag has leveraged his technical expertise to co-found and contribute to multiple startups, using his skills in web development, blockchain, and software engineering to drive innovation and success.